OCTOBER FOOD FESTIVAL: HERBED SALT

Our 2023 calendar theme, Preservation, is an ode to the art of preserving the harvest as well as a salute to the self-preservation of body and spirit. These have been challenging years! It’s fair to say we have been pickled and fermented, but that life goes on. It is the celebratory moments and the opportunities to come together that we relish.

This month we’re celebrating with an Herbed Salt recipe that’s the perfect addition to any pantry.

Keep this recipe on hand for those times that you have extra herbs lying around and can’t think of a way to use them before they go bad. Herbed salt makes a delicious and colorful finish to a dish. It also makes a lovely host gift or stocking stuffer when packaged in a small jar and tied with a bit of ribbon or twine. When making the herbed salt, feel free to combine a variety of herbs to create your own unique blend!

Herbed Salt

by Liz Neumark, Founder and CEO

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 cup loosely packed herbs
  • 1/2 cup coarse salt

PROCEDURE

  1. Thoroughly wash and dry the leaves of the herbs and combine with salt in a food processor. Pulse to blend, being careful not to turn into a puree.
  2. Allow to air dry for several hours or bake on shallow baking sheets for about 20 minutes at 200°F, until the herbs are completely dry.

The fresh salt blend will last 2-3 weeks in the fridge.

Pro Tip: Allowing the salt to sit for 2-3 days before using can help develop the flavors.

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Celebrating Climate Week with Spare Tonic

By Great Performances

Climate Week is a momentous occasion for advocating change, and we believe that even small actions can make a big difference. While the discussions around sustainability, renewable energy, and conservation are essential, we believe that even in the midst of serious discourse, there’s room for a toast. That’s why, in celebration of Climate Week, we’re introducing a delicious zero waste cocktail recipe concocted by our friends at Spare Tonic that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also pays homage to the environment.

It is their take on a classic Spanish drink called “Tinto de Verano” which is typically made with red wine and a lemon flavored soda.

Let’s come together during this Climate Week, not only to discuss the challenges we face but also to raise a glass in solidarity with the global movement for a more sustainable and resilient planet

RECIPE: SPARE TINTO

by the team at Spare Tonic

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2 oz dry red wine
3/4 oz red vermouth
3 oz Lemon & Ginger Spare Tonic
Lemon wheel to garnish

Fill a rocks glass or red wine glass with ice and add the wine, vermouth, and Lemon & Ginger Spare Tonic.

Stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.

Thirsty for more?

SEPTEMBER FOOD FESTIVAL: HOT SAUCE

Our 2023 calendar theme, Preservation, is an ode to the art of preserving the harvest as well as a salute to the self-preservation of body and spirit. These have been challenging years! It’s fair to say we have been pickled and fermented, but that life goes on. It is the celebratory moments and the opportunities to come together that we relish.

This month we’re celebrating with Liz Neumark‘s signature Hot Sauce recipe.

You might say that Liz Neumark has a thing for preserved foods. Pickled, fermented, jammed, canned, and dehydrated, she loves it all. But of all things, we’ve noticed an especial affinity for heat and tanginess. Cabbages become kimchi and peppers turn into hot sauce. Each year she prepares Katchkie Hot Sauce from the crops of peppers grown on the farm, and each year they’re a hit at our venues and – if you’re lucky enough – as a special gift from Liz. Try your hand at making her hot sauce, using whatever chilies you like, and let us know the results!.

Katchkie Hot Sauce

by Liz Neumark, Founder and CEO

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb fresh chilies
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 c diced onion
  • 2 Tbsp Kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 c distilled white vinegar

PROCEDURE

  1. Pulse chilies, garlic, onion, salt in food processor until rough. Transfer to a glass jar, cover loosely, and let sit overnight.
  2. Stir in vinegar, cover loosely, and let sit 1-7 days at room
    temperature.
  3. Blend until smooth and store in refrigerator for up to 4 months.

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Sip Your Way Through Summer:
Delectable Cocktail Recipes from our Venues

By Great Performances

Summer is still in session and there’s no better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing and tantalizing cocktail in hand. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply unwinding after a long day, we’ve got you covered with an array of mouthwatering summer cocktails from our venues. Prepare to embark on a journey of taste and discover a delightful assortment of libations that will elevate your summer experience.

At our venues, mixology is an art form, and our talented bartenders have crafted a selection of cocktails that capture the essence of the season. We’re sharing a curated collection of our favorite summer cocktails brought to you by our Venue Managers, Garvey Dutes of Asia Society Café, Elijah Wilkins of Mae Mae Café + Plant Shop, Danny Newman of Café des Affiches at Poster House, and more.

These easy-to-follow recipes are perfect for crafting a cocktail for yourself or to share with loved ones. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these show-stopping beverages, as we lift the curtain on the secrets behind our venue’s most beloved drinks. So, let the clinking of ice and the muddling of fresh herbs transport you to a summer paradise, where every sip is a celebration of the sun-kissed season.

RECIPE: KIWI RASPBERRY MIMOSA

by Garvey Dutes, General Manager of Asia Society Café

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For One:

4 oz Sauvignon Blanc
2 oz Raspberry Syrup
6 oz Casa Del Mar Cava
1 oz Kiwi Juice

Add Sauvignon Blanc, raspberry syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously. Strain the mixture into a bulb wine glass filled with ice. Top it off with Cava and kiwi juice.

Garnish glass with 1 kiwi cube in-between two raspberries.

Batched for Sharing:

8 oz Sauvignon Blanc
4 oz Raspberry Syrup
12 oz Casa Del Mar Cava
2 oz Kiwi Juice

Add Sauvignon Blanc and raspberry syrup to a pitcher. Stir the mixture rapidly to ensure the Sauvignon Blanc and raspberry syrup are well combined. Fill vessel with ice then slowly pour in Cava, while stirring gently to maintain the carbonation. Top the mixture with kiwi juice, but do not stir.

Garnish each glass with 1 kiwi cube in-between two raspberries.

RECIPE: WHITE COSMO

by Garvey Dutes, General Manager of Asia Society Café

For One:

2 oz White Cranberry Juice
2 oz Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka
0.75 oz Lime juice
0.50 oz Elderflower

Add white cranberry juice, Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka, lime juice, elderflower and ice to a cocktail shaker and shake. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.

Garnish with a lime twist.

Batched for Sharing:

9 oz White Cranberry Juice
9 oz Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka
3.5 oz Lime Juice
2 oz Elderflower

Batch without alcohol (zero proof):
Add white cranberry juice, lime and elderflower to a pitcher and stir lightly.

Batch with alcohol:
In a cocktail shaker add 3.25 oz of zero proof mixture above, 2 oz Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka and ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a glass.

Garnish with a lime twist.

RECIPE: GRAPE VALLEY

by Garvey Dutes, General Manager of Asia Society Café

Great-Performances_Summer-Cocktails-2023_Green-Grapes

For One:

2 oz Hendrick’s Gin
2 oz Sweet White Vermouth
1 oz Velvet Falernum
1 oz Lime Juice
Green Seedless Grapes

Muddle 3-4 grapes in a cocktail shaker. Add Hendricks Gin, Sweet White Vermouth, Velvet Falernum, lime juice and ice. Shake, then strain the mixture into a coupe glass.

Garnish with a grape on a skewer.

Batched for Sharing:

7 oz Hendrick’s Gin
7 oz Sweet White Vermouth
3.5 oz Velvet Falernum
3.5 oz Lime Juice
2 large clusters of Green Seedless grapes

Muddle 1 large cluster of Green Seedless Grapes and Velvet Falernum in a pitcher. Add Hendrick’s Gin, Sweet White Vermouth, and lime juice to the pitcher and stir vigorously.

Top the pitcher with ice and garnish with the other cluster of green grapes.

RECIPE: THE LAVO (ZERO-PROOF)

by Elijah Wilkins, General Manager of Mae Mae Café + Plant Shop

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For One:

4 oz Aloe Vera
2 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Lavender syrup

Add aloe vera juice, lemon juice, and lavender syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice. Stir together well.

Serve over ice with a lemon wheel garnish or dried lavender.

To Share:

12 oz Aloe Vera
6 oz Lemon Juice
3 oz Lavender syrup

Add aloe vera juice, lemon juice, and lavender syrup to a pitcher with ice. Stir together well.

Serve in glasses garnished with a lemon wheel or dried lavender.

RECIPE: FRENCH QUARTER FIZZ

featured at Dizzy’s Cafe, Jazz at Lincoln Center

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For One:

0.75 oz Simple Syrup
0.75 oz Lemon Juice
0.25 oz Chinola Passion Fruit
2 oz Dorothy Parker Gin
1.5 oz Club Soda

Add syrup, lemon juice, chinola passion fruit, and gin to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake briefly. Strain the mixture into a collins glass with ice. Top off the collins glass with soda.

Garnish with a lemon wedge.

RECIPE: PINEAPPLE EXPRESS (ZERO-PROOF)

featured at Dizzy’s Cafe, Jazz at Lincoln Center

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For One:

0.75 oz Ginger Syrup
0.75 oz Lime Juice
2 oz Pineapple Juice
1.5 oz Club Soda

Add ginger syrup, lime juice, and pineapple juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain the mixture into a collins glass with ice and then top with club soda.

Garnish with a mint sprig pulled through candied ginger.

RECIPE: NOT YOUR GRANNY SMITH

featured at The Banker’s Club, Equitable Life Building

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For One:

3 oz Whiskey
3 oz Apple Juice
1 oz Sour Mix

Add whiskey, apple juice, and sour mix to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain the mixture into a tall glass with ice.

Garnish with a lemon wheel or apple wheel.

Make your own Sour Mix:

3 oz Hot Water
3 oz Sugar
3 oz Lemon Juice
1.5 oz Lime Juice

Combine water and sugar and stir until sugar is dissolved. Allow the syrup to cool. Add strained lemon and lime juices. Store in an air-tight vessel in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.

RECIPE: MAIN SQUEEZE

featured at The Banker’s Club, Equitable Life Building

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For One:

1.5 oz Gin
2 oz Orange Juice
0.5 oz Lemon Juice
2 oz Tonic

Add gin, orange juice, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain the mixture into a collins glass with ice. Top with Tonic.

Garnish with an orange wheel.

RECIPE: PANTHER PRIDE

by Danny Newman, General Manager of Café des Affiches at Poster House

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For One:

2 oz Bacardi Rum
1 oz Triple Sec
0.5 oz Lime Juice
0.5 oz Sprite

Add rum, triple sec, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain the mixture into a collins glass with ice. Top with Sprite.

Garnish with a lime wheel.

RECIPE: WHISKEY MATCHA HIGHBALL

by Danny Newman, General Manager of Café des Affiches at Poster House

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For One:

2 oz Suntory Toki Whiskey
0.25 tsp Matcha Powder
0.25 oz Lemon Juice
Dash of Honey Ginger Simple Syrup
0.5 oz Club Soda

Add whiskey, matcha powder, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain the mixture into a tall glass with ice. Top with club soda.

Garnish with a Lemon Wheel.

Hungry for more?

AUGUST FOOD FESTIVAL: TOMATO JAM

Our 2023 calendar theme, Preservation, is an ode to the art of preserving the harvest as well as a salute to the self-preservation of body and spirit. These have been challenging years! It’s fair to say we have been pickled and fermented, but that life goes on. It is the celebratory moments and the opportunities to come together that we relish.

This month we’re celebrating with a Tomato Jam recipe brought to you by our Executive Chef of Catering Operations, Mike Deuel.

We love preserving our fresh tomatoes from Katchkie Farm using this recipe. This sweet and savory jam is a great addition to any cheese board or sandwich, used as a pizza topper or glaze for meats…truly, the possibilities are endless! We hope you love it as much as we do.

Tomato Jam Recipe

by Mike Deuel, Executive Chef of Catering Operations

Chef Mike is a huge fan of fresh, summer tomatoes – check out his recipe for a Tomato and Onion Curtido Salad on our website – but his not-so-guilty pleasure is a fresh tomato sandwich with bread, sliced ripe summer tomatoes, Hellmann’s mayonnaise, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. At his home garden, he and his wife have more than 100 tomato plants growing. Most are volunteers that grew on their own rather than being deliberately planted. When they come across an especially delicious tomato, they will sacrifice it for seeds to grow the next year.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 1/2 lbs cherry tomatoes
  • 1 3/4 c sugar
  • 2 limes, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

PROCEDURE

  1. Combine tomatoes, sugar, zest of 1 lime, lime juice, ginger, sinnamon, cloves, salt, and red pepper flakes to a non-reactive pot.
  2. Boil and simmer uncovered for 1-2 hours, stirring till soft, sticky, and jammy.
  3. Jar and allow to cool completely before storing in a fridge or freezing.

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Fan-Fan Doughnuts and La Newyorkina

Chef Fany Gerson
Photo courtesy of Fany Gerson

Fany Gerson is a chef, consultant, teacher, speaker, and cookbook author. She was born and raised in Mexico City and her work has been featured in the New York Times, Food and Wine, Fine Cooking, Saveur, Fine Cooking, Fast Company and Inc magazines, among others. She has also been featured in Food 52, The Insider, The Cooking Channel, Steve Harvey Show, and collaborated with brands such as Nike, Budweiser, The EGG board, Callebaut chocolates, Volcan Tequila to name a few. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Fany has worked in a range of fine-dining kitchens around the world including 3 Michelin starred Akelare in Spain and Eleven Madison Park in New York.

Fany launched the acclaimed La Newyorkina, an artisanal Mexican frozen treats and sweets business in 2010. She was the Chef and co-founder of Dough, an artisan gourmet doughnut shop in New York and the newly opened Fan-Fan Doughnuts.

In 2009, I spent a year doing research & traveling through Mexico to write my first book “My Sweet Mexico.” That experience changed my life.

When I returned to New York, I knew I wanted to share and celebrate the amazing frozen treats & sweets of Mexico.

I wanted to have my own business, but I didn’t know what to do since I wanted to do it all. One day, I had a dream that I was going to open a Mexican ice cream shop in New York. That’s how I decided to start with paletas, the quintessential frozen treat in Mexico. I thought I could test the idea without spending money on an ice cream machine and see how New Yorkers liked the sweet flavors of Mexico.

My mission is to share the sweetness of Mexico; I also strive to create the kind of company that people want to be a part of, support, work for, and partner with. I have tried to build a strong local community in the relationships we have with customers, growers and anyone else that is involved. 

Featured Paletas provided by La Newyorkina
on July 22nd, 2023:

Pink Lime, Mango Chili, and Coconut

Featured Doughnuts provided by Fan-Fan Doughnuts
on March 31st, 2022:

Doughnut Holes: Chocolate and Mexican Cinnamon Sugar
Mini Doughnuts: Mango Lassi, La Donna, and White Coffee

Photos courtesy of Fan-Fan Doughnuts and La Newyorkina

Fan-Fan Doughnuts

448 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

347-533-7544

www.fan-fandoughnuts.com

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61 Commerce Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

347-763-0253

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JULY FOOD FESTIVAL:
THUNDER PICKLES

Our 2023 calendar theme, Preservation, is an ode to the art of preserving the harvest as well as a salute to the self-preservation of body and spirit. These have been challenging years! It’s fair to say we have been pickled and fermented, but that life goes on. It is the celebratory moments and the opportunities to come together that we relish.

This month, we’re celebrating with Thunder Quickles, a slight spin on Liz Neumark’s “Thunder Pickles”.

The name “Thunder Pickles” originates from a young Liz Neumark’s visit to a farm. A farmer told her that thunder made cucumbers grow! In the earlier years of The Sylvia Center, a portion of sales from Katchkie Farm’s “Thunder Pickles” went to support the organization. As a nod to our beginnings, we are excited to share this recipe recreated by TSC teen students.

Thunder Quickles Recipe

by The Sylvia Center Teen Students 

Yield: (3) 16-oz Jars

INGREDIENTS

  • 1.75 lbs cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 sweet onion, such as Vidalia
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup white wine vinegar or white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons of salt
  • 1/4 cup of sugar

 

FOR EACH JAR

  • 2 sprigs of dill
  • 1 hot pepper (jalapeño, thai chili, serrano etc.)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1.5 tsp pickling spice
  • 1 tsp whole black peppercorns

PROCEDURE

1. Stem, wash, and slice cucumbers into spears or rounds. Peel and quarter onions.

2. Bring water and vinegar to a boil. Add the salt and sugar, and stir to dissolve.

3. Divide the sliced cucumbers and onions among the 7 jars. Into each jar, add a few sprigs of dill, a bay leaf, one hot pepper, garlic, pickling spices and peppercorns. Pour the hot mixture evenly over the peppers.

4. Close the jars with seals and rings. Allow the filled jars to stand at room temperature until cool. Then refrigerate for at least 24 hours before use. Keeps up to two weeks in the refrigerator.

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In this series, Georgette shares tips from the caterer’s tool kit to make entertaining at home (almost) effortless. From time saving shortcuts and grocery store secrets to garnishing hacks and presentation magic, she’ll help you host a party that’ll make your guests feel extra special and that you’ll actually be able to enjoy.

She’s also curated recipes for you, highlighting the tips she’s shared. Each month look for dishes and ideas that would be delicious on their own, but that together make up menus that will have you entertaining like a pro.

As the weather heats up, we can’t help but want to take the cooking outside. A couple summers ago, I hosted an online class, World Tour Brochettes. I stand by these recipes – they are timeless, delicious, and infinitely adaptable. Best of all, they are perfect for effortless summer entertaining.

Call them brochettes, skewers, kabobs, as you like. It all comes down to assembling well-seasoned ingredients on a stick to grill over open flames, ideally with a little char around the edges. Of course broiling is an option for city apartment dwellers. These recipes take you on a journey without ever leaving home. We could have chosen flavors from countless destinations, but landed in the South of France, Southern Spain and then Thailand.

I’ve paired each brochette with a side dish made with the same seasonings used in the marinades. This makes for a great menu and also simplifies the market list. I’ve also planned marinade quantities so that you will use only a part of it to coat meat and vegetables, reserving the remainder to spoon over the cooked brochettes.

I recommend flat surfaced brochettes, as they will hold ingredients in place when turning them on the grill. Whether rounded or flat, if using wooden brochettes, soak them first so as to avoid burning the ends. I treasure my steel brochettes with decorative brass finials, a souvenir from long ago summer travels in Turkey.

Each of these dishes can be prepared a day ahead to lighten your entertaining load. In fact, the brochettes will benefit from marinating overnight. Just before grilling, tighten up your brochettes, making sure the ingredients are closely pressed together. Not to worry if you’re not grilling outdoors, the broiler setting in your oven will do just fine.

Check out the recipes below or download the recipe packet here: https://docs.greatperformances.com/view/1031572904/

RECIPE: HERBES DE PROVENCE CHICKEN & ZUCCHINI BROCHETTES

Side Dish: Raosted Cherry Tomatoes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For Marinade:

  • 4 large cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 3 Tbsp herbes de Provence
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced

 

For the brochettes:

  • 4 pcs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 4 pieces
  • 2 whole green and yellow zucchini, sliced 1/4″ thick
  • 8 whole purple pearl onions, peeled and blanched

 

For the tomatoes:

  • 4.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

Procedure

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400֯.
  2. On a sheet pan, toss cherry tomatoes with 1 Tbsp herbes de Provence, 1 Tbsp chopped garlic, ¼ cup olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Cook cherry tomatoes until softened and slightly caramelized, approximately 45 minutes. Remove from oven, adjust salt and pepper. Set aside. May be made one day ahead and refrigerated. Remove from refrigerator at least one hour prior to serving.
  3. In a mixing bowl combine lemon zest and lemon juice with 1 tsp salt and ¼ tsp ground pepper. Whisk together to dissolve salt. Incorporate remaining garlic, herbes de Provence and olive oil.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss chicken, zucchini and pearl onions in just enough marinade to coat. Arrange them on brochettes, sandwiching each piece of chicken between two pieces of zucchini and placing a pearl onion between each set of chicken and peppers.
  5. Marinate covered in refrigerator for at least three hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator one hour prior to cooking. Just before grilling, tighten up your brochettes, making sure the ingredients are closely pressed together, as this will make for even cooking.
  6. On a heated grill, cook brochettes approximately five to six minutes on each side, until browned and the meat has reached an internal temperature of 165֯. If cooking indoors, arrange brochettes on a sheet tray and place in an oven pre-heated to 450֯ or place under a well heated broiler on high setting. Cook five to six minutes on each side.
  7. Place brochettes on a serving platter and spoon remaining marinade on top. Arrange roasted cherry tomatoes around brochettes.

RECIPE: GINGER-MISO CHICKEN & JAPANESE EGGPLANT BROCHETTES

Side Dish: Carrot, Cabbage, and Kale Slaw

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the marinade:

  • 4 oz rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Thai chili paste
  • 2 oz Tamari
  • 3 Tbsp white miso
  • 2 Tbsp honey

 

For the brochettes:

  • 4 pcs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 4 pieces
  • 2 whole Japanese eggplant, cut in 1” rounds
  • 2 whole green peppers, halved, seeded, cut into 1.5” squares
  • 2 tsp white sesame seeds

 

For the slaw:

  • 5 oz red or purple cabbage, fine julienne
  • 5 oz carrot, spiral cut or julienne
  • 2 oz kale, coarsely chopped
  • 3 Tbsp grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, grated
  • 2 oz sesame oil
  • 2 Tbsp thinly sliced scallions
  • 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro

Procedure

  1. In a mixing bowl combine rice vinegar, Thai chili paste, tamari, miso, honey, ginger, garlic, and cilantro. Set aside. Can be prepared several days ahead.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, daikon, and kale. Toss with half of the above marinade, or just enough to coat. This is best made the day before. Once slaw has marinated overnight, drain off and discard any excess liquid. Remove slaw from refrigerator at least one hour before serving.
  3. Whisk sesame oil into remaining marinade. Toss chicken, eggplant, and green peppers in just enough marinade to coat. Set aside remaining marinade. Arrange chicken and vegetables on brochettes, sandwiching each piece of chicken between two pieces of green pepper and placing a piece of eggplant between each set of chicken and peppers. Arrange brochettes on a sheet tray. Marinate covered in refrigerator for at least three hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator one hour prior to cooking.
  4. Just before grilling, tighten up your brochettes, making sure the ingredients are closely pressed together, as this will make for even cooking.
  5. On a heated grill, cook brochettes approximately five to six minutes on each side, until browned and the meat has reached an internal temperature of 165֯. If cooking indoors, place brochettes in an oven pre-heated to 450֯ or place under a well heated broiler on high setting. Cook five to six minutes on each side.
  6. Arrange brochettes on a serving platter and spoon remaining marinade over them. Arrange scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds on top. Serve the slaw alongside.

RECIPE: SHRIMP, CHORIZO, AND SWEET RED AND YELLOW PEPPER BROCHETTES

Side Dish: Orzo with Safran

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the marinade:

  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 6 large cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1 Tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste

 

For the orzo:

  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp saffron threads
  • ½ cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • ½ cup orzo

 

For the brochettes:

  • 16 ¼”-thick slices cured chorizo
  • 12 large shrimp, peeled with tail on (size U8)
  • 1 red bell pepper, halved, seeded, and cut in 1.5” square
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, halved, seeded, and cut in 1.5” square
  • 6 cippolini onions, blanched, peeled, halved

Procedure

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup olive oil, garlic, thyme, paprika, tomato paste and chopped parsley with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. In a separate bowl toss shrimp, peppers, sliced chorizo and half the cippolini onions with just enough marinade to coast. Arrange them on brochettes, sandwiching each piece of shrimp between two pieces of pepper and placing a cippolini onion half and chorizo slice between each set of shrimp and peppers.
  3. Arrange brochettes on a sheet tray and refrigerate covered for at least three hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator one hour prior to cooking.
  4. Just before grilling, tighten up your brochettes, making sure the ingredients are closely pressed together, as this will make for even cooking.
  5. Bring salted water to a boil in a saucepan, add orzo and cook approximately 7 minutes to al dente. Drain, setting aside 1/2 cup of the pasta liquid.
  6. In the meantime, coarsely chop the trim from the red and yellow peppers and slice the remaining cippolini onion. In a medium skillet, add 2 Tbsp olive oil, remaining cippolini onion and chopped red and yellow pepper trim. Cook stirring over medium heat, until soft and lightly caramelized. Incorporate half the remaining marinade and saffron. Add orzo and just enough of the reserved orzo cooking liquid to loosen the mixture slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss in chopped parsley.
  7. On a heated grill, cook brochettes approximately five to six minutes on each side, until browned and the shrimp have reached an internal temperature of 165֯. If cooking indoors, arrange brochettes on a sheet tray and place in an oven pre-heated to 450֯ or place under a well heated broiler on high setting. Cook 5-6 minutes on each side.
  8. Place brochettes on a serving platter and spoon remaining marinade over them. Arrange orzo alongside.